In Memory of Ivan de Souza

Distinguished philanthropist Mr. Ivan de Souza has passed away on October 22, 2025, in Toronto. Together with his late wife, Anna Maria de Souza, Mr. de Souza worked tirelessly in various fund-raising activities to benefit a number of charitable institutions across Canada. Their dedication and contribution to philanthropy were recognized in 2008 when the Government of Ontario announced a $15 million grant to establish the de Souza Institute at the University Health Network. Mr. de Souza was recognized in 2016 by the Governor General of Canada for his efforts in improving cancer care in Canada. He received the Meritorious Service Medal, one of the highest civilian honours from the Government of Canada.

In his final days, Ivan was attended to by the wonderful care team at Dorothy Ley Hospice. Among the care team members at the Hospice, there are nurses who completed education at the de Souza Institute and received de Souza designation for their strong clinical and leadership skills in oncology and/or palliative care.

Oncological Emergencies – Core Conditions

Oncologic emergencies are critical conditions that demand immediate medical attention to prevent serious harm or death. Learn to identify and respond to: Hypercalcemia of Malignancy, Febrile Neutropenia and Sepsis, Tumour Lysis Syndrome, Cytokine Release Syndrome, and Malignant Spinal Cord Compression.

Interprofessional Psychosocial Oncology: Introduction to Theory and Practice

Develop knowledge and skills in psychosocial care in cancer, including assessing and addressing distress and coping from a family centered perspective. The course uses case-based format and virtual classroom to support group learning.

Advanced Pain Management Course

Pain can be a debilitating symptom and is often a patient’s top concern. Learn the pathophysiology of cancer pain, cancer pain syndromes, pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions for intractable pain in palliation and how to conduct educational and advocacy work.

Education in Palliative Care (EPC) Course Series

Learn how to provide comprehensive and person-centred palliative care for patients living with serious illness such as cancer, end-stage renal disease (ESRD), congestive heart failure (CHF), or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Learning Pathway for Nurses New to Oncology

Unsure of which course to start with? Checkout our Learning Pathway page for Nurses New to Oncology to help decide which courses are right for your experience level.